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Whispbar K371W Fitting Instructions Manual

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Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
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Summary of Contents for Whispbar K371W

  • Page 1 K371W Fitting Kit Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier Revision No: 5C...
  • Page 2 Fitting Kit K371W MAX kgs (lbs) 5 Series E39, 4dr Sedan 01-03 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs) 5 Series E39, 4dr Sedan 96-03 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs) 5 Series E39, 4dr Sedan 97-04...
  • Page 3 Fitting Kit K371W 5 Series E39, 4dr Sedan 01-03 (EU) -260mm 450mm 850mm 830mm -10 -1/4ths" 17 3/4ths" 33 7/16ths" 32 11/16ths" 5 Series E39, 4dr Sedan 96-03 (ZA) -260mm 450mm 850mm 830mm -10 -1/4ths" 17 3/4ths" 33 7/16ths" 32 11/16ths"...
  • Page 4: First Time Installation

    Fitting Kit K371W First Time Installation Remove parts from inside the package and check. Contact your dealer if any parts are missing or damaged. This kit fits type A, B, C and D. These instructions show type A crossbar fitted. They also apply to type B, C and D.
  • Page 5 Fitting Kit K371W Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting screw 10 turns. Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar legs out. Refer to the crossbar instructions for crossbar adjustment method. Ensure each end of the crossbar is adjusted equally. Adjust crossbar in or out to suit vehicle.
  • Page 6 Fitting Kit K371W Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb) hand tight. Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar leg with fingers and push firmly with thumbs until clamp block drops out behind leg. Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit) and insert into foot.
  • Page 7 Fitting Kit K371W Fitment Open or remove fixed-point covers. Grubscrew length: BMW = 70mm (2 3/4") Saab = 90mm (3 1/2") Select four grubscrews and screw them into the vehicle's fixed points. Do not over tighten. Fit rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) to foot.
  • Page 8 Fitting Kit K371W Letters refer to the pad part numbers and position. Pad Part Number: A = 11-04-229 B = 11-04-230 Ensure the fixed-point covers sit vertically in the recess in the pads. Place crossbars on pads ensuring the pads...
  • Page 9 Fitting Kit K371W Tighten the plastic knob. The side with the nut showing should be facing up. Ensure the plastic knob is in the position shown when fully tightened. Repeat for all legs. Check crossbar is securely attached to the vehicle.
  • Page 10 Fitting Kit K371W CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is applied to the crossbars. Regularly check screws are tight.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Fitting Kit K371W Maintenance Clean the car roof and surfaces of the product that will be in contact with the car roof. Follow the fitting instructions for fitting the product to your vehicle. Make sure all steps are carried out in order.
  • Page 12 Fitting Kit K371W Check and replace worn out or defective parts. Keep the product clean and maintained. Never drive into a car wash with the roof rack system fitted. Lubricate locks and adjusting screws at regular intervals. Remove the products from the vehicle when not in use.